Testimonials

"Sean Barrette is an authentic and original songwriter in the vein of Gordon Lightfoot and Stompin' Tom Connors. His songs ring true with the unique experience of life in the north of Ontario. I was initially struck by the honesty and truth of his lyrics, as well as the memorability of his melodies. For me, these two ingredients are the real recipe for a great writer. I don't come across writers like him as often as I'd hope to, so when I do, I'm always excited. So I figured I'd help give him a kick in the pants a little higher up the ladder." Malcolm Burn, Producer/Engineer/Artist/Grammy winner (Emmylou Harris, Bob Dylan, Junkhouse, Blue Rodeo, Daniel Lanois, Chris Whitley)

"Working with Sean Barrette has been a breath of fresh air. Not only is he an incredible artist but a great song writer who is also a good guy. I enjoyed working with him and would do it any day all day. Can't wait to do more. He defo sleeps on the Cool Side of The Pillow!" Alan Glass, Producer/Songwriter/Artist (Aretha Franklin, Maxi Priest, George Benson, Earth, Wind & Fire, The Temptations, Kenny G, Boy Meets Girl, James Sayer)

"He's a big deal in Canada, but I was only recently introduced to him. He's got the huskiness of Warren Zevon and the songwriting chops of John Hiatt. His Signs album is packed with hummables. ("Only One You, Kid," "Fragile," "It Ain't Easy," and the title track, which has a great Big Star acoustic guitar.) Also check out his Live Through This album - jangly hooks abound." Andy Abramowitz, Author (Thank You, Goodnight - A Novel)

"Monsieur Barrette is a singer songwriter without pretense. The lyrics of his songs, often ballads with a hint of folk rock, capture the moments of lucidity that sometimes take us by surprise." Daniel Aubin, former Sudbury Poet Laureate